MA in Social Philosophy

Loyola University of Chicago

The Master of Arts (MA) in Social Philosophy offered through Loyola University Chicago's respected Department of Philosophy delivers a distinctive graduate learning experience and a degree that will set you apart in your career.Our social philosophy degree offers a strong foundation in ethical, political, and other philosophical issues concerning society and social justice. As a student in the MA in Social Philosophy program, you will learn to analyze the human condition through the complex social, political, economic, and cultural contexts that characterize today's global landscape. And you will study in the heart of a vibrant philosophical community, mentored by Loyola's renowned researchers and scholars.Most students in the MA in Social Philosophy program are Jesuit Scholastics who are completing the program as part of their formation as Jesuits. Upon completion of the program they are placed into their positions by the Society of Jesus.As a non-Jesuit graduate of the program, you will be positioned for any number of future professional and academic paths. The program will give you the necessary foundation for specialized research at the doctoral level as well as additional master’s-level work in other disciplines like English, theology, and history, among others.Specific job options include:Professional roles and academic pursuits by recent graduates of the MA in Social Philosophy program include:Law student, Tulane Law School, Freelance writer, Jesuit regent instructor, Teacher of theologyAssociate campus minister, Research subject advocate/regulatory compliance officer, Assistant chaplain, English teacherCommunity organizer, Theologian

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